Lac and Shellac

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Lac noun - Resinlike substance secreted by certain lac insects; used in e.g. varnishes and sealing wax.

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Shellac and lac are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shellac" instead a noun "Lac".

Nearby Word: Laci

Shellac noun - Lac purified by heating and filtering; usually in thin orange or yellow flakes but sometimes bleached white.

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Lac and shellac are semantically related. You can use "Lac" instead a noun "Shellac".

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